VIC Ex-Partner Not Following Financial and Property Agreement - What to Do?

[Rod]

Did you send the transfer of title form (not sure which one) to her via registered post?

And who currently holds the title?

 

[Danstar]

Did you send the transfer of title form (not sure which one) to her via registered post?

And who currently holds the title?

The conveyancer sent her everything. The bank holds the title

 

[Rod]

I suggest you send another copy via registered post so you have evidence of non-compliance. Might make her feel more obliged to cooperate if she is using 'I didn't get the form' excuse.

 

[Danstar]

I suggest you send another copy via registered post so you have evidence of non-compliance.

I don't have a postal address for her. The conveyancer contacted her and she gave her a delivery address.

 

[Rod]

Then have the conveyancer send via registered post. You can possibly even 'serve' the documents on her, via the conveyancer.

This is a nuisance but easier than going back to court if it works.

 

[Danstar]

Hello all again.

I have procrastinated this issue for so long, as I keep hoping for the best (and easiest option) that my ex will just come to the 'party' and sign some simple paper work so I can pay her out and have the title of the house signed over to me.

I've contacted quite a few lawyers for quotes, and as expected are all very pricey. To which I stuck on whether trying to apply on my own behalf again and save thousands of dollar, but stress about taking days off work to go to court, getting something wrong, missing out on something
Like:
- Asking in the order to deduct child support owing from my ex to myself to be taken out of the final amount I am to pay her

I remember a long time ago, when I started going through this I was told about a place where law students assist in legal matters for free or for a low fee.

Doesn't anyone know what that's about or did I make that up in my mind? :S

 

[Scruff]

I was told about a place where law students assist in legal matters for free or for a low fee.

Steer clear of anything like that. Law students have no experience and are not qualified to provide legal assistance to anyone - and they certainly can't charge you for it.

 

[Rod]

Doesn't anyone know what that's about or did I make that up in my mind?

I know of one place in Vic meeting the criteria you mentioned. I cannot post detail here so email me www.vichelp.com.au and I'll pass on some details.

No guarantee they'll help but worth a shot.

Steer clear of anything like that. Law students have no experience and are not qualified to provide legal assistance to anyone - and they certainly can't charge you for it.

Not true. At the place I know of all students are adequately supervised by experienced legal practitioners.

 

[Scruff]

Not true. At the place I know of all students are adequately supervised by experienced legal practitioners.

I usually agree with you Rod, however I can't on this occasion.

Only a qualified entity can practise law and practising law includes providing legal advice.

A law student, even if supervised, is not permitted to practise law unless they already hold a practising certificate.

Who can practise law? - Victorian Legal Services Board + Commissioner
Supervised legal practice - Victorian Legal Services Board + Commissioner

 

[Danstar]

From memory, I think I was told that there are also students who have recently completed their degree and getting the experience with (as Rod mentioned) have adequately supervised experienced legal practitioners at their sides

I think I'll try go it alone, as the quotes I've been getting are ridiculously high.